About Port of Boston

New England’s connection to the world for nearly 400 years

The Port of Boston is the oldest continually active port in the Western Hemisphere, and New England’s maritime hub. The Port of Boston’s activity supports more than 50,000 jobs, and contributes more than $4.6 billion to the local, regional, and national economies through direct, indirect, and induced impact.

Cruiseport Boston Cruiseport Boston’s Black Falcon Cruise Terminal contributes nearly a half billion dollars to the regional economy. Boston is a popular port-of-call destination, and several major cruise lines serve Massport’s Cruiseport Boston providing passengers with an attractive mix of cruises to Canada/New England, Bermuda, the Caribbean, and Europe.

Boston Autoport Automobile imports and exports are an important niche market for the Port of Boston. In 1998, the Boston Autoport opened on an 80 acre site in Charlestown. The Boston Autoport can accommodate the processing of of 70,000 cars per year for import or export.

Other Maritime Properties The Massachusetts Port Authority owns, operates and leases approximately 500 acres of property in Charlestown, East Boston and South Boston, located within what is called a Designated Port Area (DPA), restricted to maritime industrial activities supporting the working Port of Boston.